STOCKPORT'S traffic problems have merited a mention in a national survey of congestion.

The Journey Time Index, compiled by Trafficmaster from government statistics, states that although completion of the M60 ring road decreased congestion elsewhere, it has created more delays around Stockport, particularly during the morning rush hour.

Fortunately, Stockport does not come into the list of the top ten motorway hotspots, which is headed by the western sector of the M25 around London, in both directions.

Journey times were monitored over a two month period on a mid-week day. Each journey started at peak time either between 7-8.30am or 5-6.30pm.